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Linebacker Arthur Brown, the Ravens' second-round pick in this year's draft, is recovering from sports hernia surgery, coach John Harbaugh told reporters this afternoon after the second day of organized team activity. Harbaugh said Brown had the surgery about two...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Linebacker Arthur Brown, the Ravens' second-round pick in this year's draft, is recovering from sports hernia surgery, coach John Harbaugh told reporters this afternoon after the second day of organized team activity. Harbaugh said Brown had the surgery about two weeks ago right after rookie camp, and the recovery time ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.28008 2013-05-15T17:09:29Z 2013-05-15T17:17:30Z

Rolando McClain's brief time with the Ravens ended before it ever really started, with more arrests (one) than games played (zero). The 23-year-old linebacker announced his retirement from the NFL this afternoon, Ravens general manager Ozzie Newsome said. "Rolando let...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Rolando McClain's brief time with the Ravens ended before it ever really started, with more arrests (one) than games played (zero). The 23-year-old linebacker announced his retirement from the NFL this afternoon, Ravens general manager Ozzie Newsome said. "Rolando let me know that he plans to retire from the NFL," ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27872 2013-05-09T14:10:27Z 2013-05-09T14:18:19Z

Always looking to create competition for starting jobs, the Ravens deepened the fight to be their starting center this morning. Baltimore acquired second-year center A.Q. Shipley from the Indianapolis Colts for a conditional 2014 draft pick. The deal is pending...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Always looking to create competition for starting jobs, the Ravens deepened the fight to be their starting center this morning. Baltimore acquired second-year center A.Q. Shipley from the Indianapolis Colts for a conditional 2014 draft pick. The deal is pending a physical. Shipley is a a 6-foot-1, 309-pound lineman who ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27758 2013-05-03T21:06:29Z 2013-05-03T21:41:30Z

The Ravens added one of the NFL's most respected defensive minds to their coaching staff Friday when they hired former Rams head coach Steve Spagnuolo. Spagnuolo will serve as a senior defensive assistant under coordinator Dean Pees. He has spent...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The Ravens added one of the NFL's most respected defensive minds to their coaching staff Friday when they hired former Rams head coach Steve Spagnuolo. Spagnuolo will serve as a senior defensive assistant under coordinator Dean Pees. He has spent 14 years as an NFL coach, with his last three ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27756 2013-05-03T20:11:19Z 2013-05-03T20:27:51Z

The Ravens officially announced the additions of 20 players to their roster Friday, signing their bottom six draft picks and 14 undrafted free agents. The six drafted players to sign were fullback Kyle Juszczyk (fourth round), offensive lineman Rick Wagner...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The Ravens officially announced the additions of 20 players to their roster Friday, signing their bottom six draft picks and 14 undrafted free agents. The six drafted players to sign were fullback Kyle Juszczyk (fourth round), offensive lineman Rick Wagner (fifth round), defensive end Kapron Lewis-Moore (sixth round), center Ryan ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27732 2013-05-02T20:26:27Z 2013-05-02T21:08:53Z

The Ravens didn't use one of their top draft picks on an offensive tackle last week, and perhaps their latest move explains why. Baltimore agreed in principle to a new two-year contract with left tackle Bryant McKinnie, according to the...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The Ravens didn't use one of their top draft picks on an offensive tackle last week, and perhaps their latest move explains why. Baltimore agreed in principle to a new two-year contract with left tackle Bryant McKinnie, according to the team's website. McKinnie, 33, returns to the Ravens for a ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27650 2013-04-29T17:00:21Z 2013-04-29T17:10:18Z

ESPN draft expert Mel Kiper Jr. released his draft grades today, and the Ravens were affixed atop the list as one of three teams awarded an A-minus for their draft haul. As a quick refresher, Baltimore selected Florida safety Matt...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com ESPN draft expert Mel Kiper Jr. released his draft grades today, and the Ravens were affixed atop the list as one of three teams awarded an A-minus for their draft haul. As a quick refresher, Baltimore selected Florida safety Matt Elam with its first-round pick, 32nd overall. The Ravens followed ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27611 2013-04-27T17:45:57Z 2013-04-27T23:36:35Z

The Ravens started their third day of the draft with back-to-back fourth-round picks, taking Ohio State defensive end John Simon 129th overall and Harvard fullback Kyle Juszczyk 130th. Simon isn't a physical specimen for a defensive lineman, listed as 6-foot-1...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The Ravens started their third day of the draft with back-to-back fourth-round picks, taking Ohio State defensive end John Simon 129th overall and Harvard fullback Kyle Juszczyk 130th. Simon isn't a physical specimen for a defensive lineman, listed as 6-foot-1 and 257 pounds. But it's his intangibles that make him ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27597 2013-04-26T22:48:39Z 2013-04-27T02:23:39Z

The Ravens saw Kansas State linebacker Arthur Brown still available as the later stages of the second round approached and pulled off a trade to make sure they nabbed him. Baltimore acquired the 56th overall pick from Seattle for their...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The Ravens saw Kansas State linebacker Arthur Brown still available as the later stages of the second round approached and pulled off a trade to make sure they nabbed him. Baltimore acquired the 56th overall pick from Seattle for their second-round pick (No. 62), as well as a fifth-rounder (No. ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27586 2013-04-26T16:19:29Z 2013-04-26T16:31:26Z

Florida coach Will Muschamp took a few minutes to speak with the Baltimore media this morning about Ravens first-round pick Matt Elam. The former Gators safety made quite an impression on Muschamp, who sees Elam having a bright future. "I...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Florida coach Will Muschamp took a few minutes to speak with the Baltimore media this morning about Ravens first-round pick Matt Elam. The former Gators safety made quite an impression on Muschamp, who sees Elam having a bright future. "I think he'll be very successful," Muschamp said. "Matt is extremely ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27580 2013-04-26T04:37:00Z 2013-04-26T04:54:51Z

Matt Elam expected to be off the board by the time the Ravens picked. He didn't get the vibe that he'd be headed to Baltimore. Maybe Carolina or Cincinnati, but not the Ravens. Yet, it was Baltimore that saved him...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Matt Elam expected to be off the board by the time the Ravens picked. He didn't get the vibe that he'd be headed to Baltimore. Maybe Carolina or Cincinnati, but not the Ravens. Yet, it was Baltimore that saved him from falling to the second round, taking him at No. ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27578 2013-04-26T02:53:47Z 2013-04-26T04:35:08Z

The Ravens have selected Florida safety Matt Elam with their 2013 first-round pick. Baltimore had linebacker Manti Te'o and wideout Robert Woods available to them at No. 32, but opted to go with a safety. Update: The 5-foot-10 Elam comes...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The Ravens have selected Florida safety Matt Elam with their 2013 first-round pick. Baltimore had linebacker Manti Te'o and wideout Robert Woods available to them at No. 32, but opted to go with a safety. Update: The 5-foot-10 Elam comes to the Ravens after spending three years with the Gators. ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27558 2013-04-25T13:48:50Z 2013-04-25T14:48:49Z

Ever since Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o struggled at the scouting combine and his stock fell toward the end of the first round, there has been speculation that the Ravens could take him. It would be a logical fit with...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Ever since Notre Dame linebacker Manti Te'o struggled at the scouting combine and his stock fell toward the end of the first round, there has been speculation that the Ravens could take him. It would be a logical fit with Ray Lewis retiring. But might there be off-field concerns about ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27557 2013-04-25T13:40:30Z 2013-04-25T14:40:26Z

Tonight, the Ravens begin perhaps the most important step in their process of building their team back up after spending a decent chunk of the offseason tearing it down. As the likes of Ray Lewis and Ed Reed have departed,...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Tonight, the Ravens begin perhaps the most important step in their process of building their team back up after spending a decent chunk of the offseason tearing it down. As the likes of Ray Lewis and Ed Reed have departed, a new era of football in Baltimore is on the ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27528 2013-04-24T12:28:14Z 2013-04-24T13:00:06Z

The NFL draft is a day away, and this is an important one for the Ravens as they're in a period of transition. Baltimore has 12 picks in this year's draft, with their first-rounder coming in at No. 32 overall....

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The NFL draft is a day away, and this is an important one for the Ravens as they're in a period of transition. Baltimore has 12 picks in this year's draft, with their first-rounder coming in at No. 32 overall. It's logical to speculate about how the Ravens will use ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27470 2013-04-22T12:05:14Z 2013-04-22T12:14:52Z

Linebacker Rolando McClain, the Ravens' most recent signing, was arrested again in Decatur, Ala., on Sunday night. This time, the 23-year-old was charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest, according to AL.com. McClain was released on $1,000 bond. This marks...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Linebacker Rolando McClain, the Ravens' most recent signing, was arrested again in Decatur, Ala., on Sunday night. This time, the 23-year-old was charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest, according to AL.com. McClain was released on $1,000 bond. This marks his third arrest since 2011, and further brings his character ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27408 2013-04-19T00:05:10Z 2013-04-19T14:42:58Z

While the Ravens won't get the honor of hosting the NFL opener as the Super Bowl champ, they will be a part of it, beginning the 2013 season at Denver on Thursday, Sept. 5. The Ravens announced their schedule tonight...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com While the Ravens won't get the honor of hosting the NFL opener as the Super Bowl champ, they will be a part of it, beginning the 2013 season at Denver on Thursday, Sept. 5. The Ravens announced their schedule tonight and it includes four nationally televised games, including two Thursday ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27383 2013-04-17T20:24:00Z 2013-04-17T21:11:23Z

The Ravens' offseason started with fans expressing feelings of panic, but that has since given way to hope. Baltimore lost several key veterans from its Super Bowl champion team - cutting some, letting others leave via free agency, trading another...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The Ravens' offseason started with fans expressing feelings of panic, but that has since given way to hope. Baltimore lost several key veterans from its Super Bowl champion team - cutting some, letting others leave via free agency, trading another and watching two retire. Ray Lewis, Ed Reed, Anquan Boldin, ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27356 2013-04-16T18:36:58Z 2013-04-16T20:15:10Z

The Ravens held their annual media luncheon this afternoon, and over the next 1 1/2 weeks, be sure to visit the blog for a series of stories previewing the NFL draft, which runs from April 25-27. Today, we'll start with...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The Ravens held their annual media luncheon this afternoon, and over the next 1 1/2 weeks, be sure to visit the blog for a series of stories previewing the NFL draft, which runs from April 25-27. Today, we'll start with an assortment of mini-updates off of today's four-man panel press ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27230 2013-04-10T22:37:07Z 2013-04-10T23:39:50Z

The Ravens have added yet another piece to their new-look defense, reportedly agreeing to terms on a one-year contract with former Raiders linebacker Rolando McClain. For the first time in the process of overhauling the unit, Baltimore is bringing in...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The Ravens have added yet another piece to their new-look defense, reportedly agreeing to terms on a one-year contract with former Raiders linebacker Rolando McClain. For the first time in the process of overhauling the unit, Baltimore is bringing in a player with serious baggage. The 23-year-old has been arrested ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27087 2013-04-04T20:14:25Z 2013-04-04T20:23:33Z

The Ravens released their preliminary 2013 preseason schedule Thursday afternoon, as both the first and final contests of the four-game exhibition slate are not yet finalized. Baltimore opens the preseason at Tampa Bay, but the date and time of the...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The Ravens released their preliminary 2013 preseason schedule Thursday afternoon, as both the first and final contests of the four-game exhibition slate are not yet finalized. Baltimore opens the preseason at Tampa Bay, but the date and time of the game are not yet determined. The Ravens then host the ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.27050 2013-04-03T21:32:49Z 2013-04-04T20:01:53Z

Brendon Ayanbadejo became a staple of the Ravens' special teams, the player most commonly disrupting a return or bursting through for a tackle. And now he'll be doing it elsewhere. The Ravens have released Ayanbadejo after five years with the...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Brendon Ayanbadejo became a staple of the Ravens' special teams, the player most commonly disrupting a return or bursting through for a tackle. And now he'll be doing it elsewhere. The Ravens have released Ayanbadejo after five years with the club, according to multiple outlets. The 36-year-old played 62 of ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.26931 2013-03-28T18:01:00Z 2013-03-28T19:21:59Z

Just like anyone who slots into Ray Lewis' middle linebacker spot with the Ravens next season, veteran safety Michael Huff will draw the comparisons as Ed Reed's replacement. Huff, 30, officially signed with Baltimore Thursday and met with the media...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Just like anyone who slots into Ray Lewis' middle linebacker spot with the Ravens next season, veteran safety Michael Huff will draw the comparisons as Ed Reed's replacement. Huff, 30, officially signed with Baltimore Thursday and met with the media for the first time since leaving the Oakland Raiders, with ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.26902 2013-03-27T17:08:15Z 2013-03-27T17:23:14Z

The Ravens have spent much of the offseason retooling their defense, focusing on pass rushers up front. Now, general manager Ozzie Newsome has added a veteran safety to the defensive backfield. Michael Huff, who had spent his entire career with...

Pete Kerzel http://www.masnsports.com/ The Ravens have spent much of the offseason retooling their defense, focusing on pass rushers up front. Now, general manager Ozzie Newsome has added a veteran safety to the defensive backfield. Michael Huff, who had spent his entire career with the Oakland Raiders, agreed in principle to a contract this ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.26890 2013-03-26T22:20:39Z 2013-03-27T15:15:28Z

Elvis Dumervil doesn't hold any hard feelings toward the Denver Broncos for the fax snafu that erased a contract offer and made him a free agent. Speaking at his introductory press conference after signing a five-year, $35 million deal with...

Pete Kerzel http://www.masnsports.com/ Elvis Dumervil doesn't hold any hard feelings toward the Denver Broncos for the fax snafu that erased a contract offer and made him a free agent. Speaking at his introductory press conference after signing a five-year, $35 million deal with the Baltimore Ravens on Tuesday, the three-time Pro Bowl defensive ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.26844 2013-03-24T20:37:29Z 2013-03-24T21:45:26Z

The Ravens have suffered plentiful significant defensive losses this offseason, and now have added a player who might have been the best member of the unit in 2012. Baltimore has agreed to terms with former Broncos defensive end Elvis Dumervil,...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com The Ravens have suffered plentiful significant defensive losses this offseason, and now have added a player who might have been the best member of the unit in 2012. Baltimore has agreed to terms with former Broncos defensive end Elvis Dumervil, according to a team-issued press release. It's a five-year deal, ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.26813 2013-03-22T19:25:19Z 2013-03-22T19:42:00Z

Although the NFL has begun the tradition of having the Super Bowl champion host the following season opener, the Ravens will begin the season on the road in 2013 because of a scheduling conflict with the Orioles. The Orioles' schedule...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Although the NFL has begun the tradition of having the Super Bowl champion host the following season opener, the Ravens will begin the season on the road in 2013 because of a scheduling conflict with the Orioles. The Orioles' schedule was released at the end of the 2012 baseball season, ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.26804 2013-03-22T16:38:56Z 2013-03-22T23:30:32Z

Ravens general manager Ozzie Newsome and coach John Harbaugh issued statements Friday morning to say their goodbyes to future Hall of Fame safety Ed Reed, who signed a three-year contract with the Houston Texans. Newsome drafted Reed in the 2002...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Ravens general manager Ozzie Newsome and coach John Harbaugh issued statements Friday morning to say their goodbyes to future Hall of Fame safety Ed Reed, who signed a three-year contract with the Houston Texans. Newsome drafted Reed in the 2002 first round while Harbaugh coached the 34-year-old for his last ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.26768 2013-03-20T23:06:28Z 2013-03-20T23:36:04Z

Future Hall of Fame safety Ed Reed's time with the Ravens has come to a close. Reed, 34, has agreed to terms on a two-year contract with the Houston Texans, according to multiple outlets. After being drafted by Baltimore in...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com Future Hall of Fame safety Ed Reed's time with the Ravens has come to a close. Reed, 34, has agreed to terms on a two-year contract with the Houston Texans, according to multiple outlets. After being drafted by Baltimore in the first round of the 2002 draft, Reed cultivated a ... Read More tag:www.masnsports.com,2013:/ravens_buzz//22.26741 2013-03-19T18:00:06Z 2013-03-19T19:50:07Z

When defensive end Marcus Spears was released after eight years with the Dallas Cowboys earlier this month, he wasn't lacking for suitors. The Kansas City Chiefs, Jacksonville Jaguars, New England Patriots and Baltimore Ravens all wanted his services. "It was...

Josh Land http://www.masnsports.com When defensive end Marcus Spears was released after eight years with the Dallas Cowboys earlier this month, he wasn't lacking for suitors. The Kansas City Chiefs, Jacksonville Jaguars, New England Patriots and Baltimore Ravens all wanted his services. "It was four teams that I think were real players as far ... Read More